Rashee Rice struggles in Chiefs camp after knee surgery and legal issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has faced challenges in training camp following a surgery on his right knee and a brief jail stint. After recovering from an LCL and hamstring injury in 2024, Rice's performance has been below expectations due to lingering issues and a six-game suspension last season. Recent reports indicate he is still laboring during practice, impacting his agility and speed on the field. Chiefs reporter Nate Taylor highlighted Rice's struggle with direction changes during drills. As the season approaches, Rice aims to improve his overall contributions regardless of target status in offensive plays.
- •Rashee Rice had knee surgery this offseason to remove debris.
- •He served a 30-day jail sentence for a probation violation.
- •Rice participated in 11-on-11 drills but showed signs of struggle.
- •Last season, he managed only 53 catches for 571 yards in 8 games.
- •Rice expressed the need to enhance his impact on every play.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Chiefs Reporter Drops Concerning Rashee Rice Knee Update After WR's Return From Jail
"Last season, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice looked nothing like the designated target for Patrick Mahomes that we were so used to seeing. The LCL and hamstring injury he suffered in 2024 had slowed him down.
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